X-Plus Ray Harryhausen Rhedosaurus & Lighthouse 1/72 Scale Model Kit!

The Rhedosaurus as seen in Ray Harryhausen's The Beast from 20,000 Fathoms (1953). 1/72-scale unassembled, unpainted plastic model kit. Completed model is about 8 inches tall (Rhedosaurus) and over 9 inches tall (lighthouse).

The creature that started it all! Ray Harryhausen's iconic creation, the Rhedosaurus, holds a special place in the history of monsters and Kaiju cinema.

As the first creature to truly captivate audiences with its monstrous scale and awe-inspiring presence, the Rhedosaurus laid the foundation for the entire genre. Its menacing rampage through New York City marked the birth of Kaiju as we know it, paving the way for a vast universe of colossal creatures that would captivate generations.

This legendary beast not only inspired the imagination of countless filmmakers and artists but also established the thrilling spectacle of Kaiju that continues to enthrall audiences to this day.

This model is a recreation of the Rhedosaurus's ascent from the depths of the ocean to the shores of New York City, as it lays siege upon a towering lighthouse, leaving a mark on cinematic history that reverberates with the power and drama of Ray Harryhausen's unparalleled artistry.

Includes transparent parts (lighthouse glass parts are molded in transparent plastic material).

Rhedosaurus height: Approx. 8 inches (including the base). Lighthouse height: Over 9 inches (including the base). 

Collectors/Modelers Note: Brand-new and factory sealed. Recommended for ages 15 and up. Plastic model kit requires paint and glue. Photos show prototype, pro-painted kit. THIS KIT INCLUDES THE UPDATED BOX ART!